Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin confirmed during his weekly news conference that quarterback Kenny Pickett has a bone bruise.
Tomlin added that "he's scheduled to participate in some level of participation tomorrow and then proceed from there."
It sounds like if Pickett is feeling better, he will play. If he can't go, Tomlin says it will be Mitch Trubisky that starts.
"The more functional, the more comfortable, the more work he'll get," said Tomlin. "And then as we push forward toward the game, the quality of his work will be a determining factor of his availability.
Tomlin added that Pickett and other young players need to the "in helmet perspective on preparation."
He says Pickett is also prepared to practice tomorrow.
Other injuries.
Left tackle Dan Moore Jr. – OUT with knee sprain
Tight end Pat Freiermuth – "VERY DOUBTFUL" with hamstring injury
Defensive end Demarvin Leal – in concussion protocol
Punter Pressley Harvin – hamstring. His availability will be determined later in the week
Guard James Daniels – is "looking better" with a groin injury. He is expected to practice.
Tomlin indicated that the team will be in pads this week, making it harder for someone like Daniels to get a start on Sunday.
